I sent mine to Spencer @ Greatdaytoride.com as well and although I have not gone on any long rides more than an hour or so but it definitely feels more comfortable. I am going to check on having it reupholstered using some kangaroo leather. They say it is the strongest and longest lasting of all the leathers. I am just not sure if I want to go with brown or keep it black so I will get a couple pieces of both and then decide.